School of Health Sciences

Elon University held Lavender Graduation, ¡Celebremos! and Donning of the Kente, on Dec. 12 for winter graduates in the School of Law and School of Health Sciences.

Elon University students in the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program, Doctor of Physical Therapy program and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program presented their work at the Global Engagement and Research Forum on Dec. 9 in Alumni Gym.

The Piedmont District 7690 Rotary Club only awards one Global Grant, but due to increased funding and the strength of Elon’s applicants, the Club was pleased to award grants this year to three Elon alumni.

Sandra A. Darfour-Oduro, assistant professor of public health studies attended the American Public Health Association (APHA) 2024 Annual Meeting and Expo held in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Oct. 27-30.

Elon students and faculty have been using their free time to help with relief efforts in western North Carolina.

Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies Tracey Thurnes will begin a three-year term as director at large on the PAEA Board of Directors in 2025.

“Bridging Faith and Health," a new micro-credential badge program, focuses on holistic patient care

In this 3000-level course, Associate Professor of Human Service Studies Vanessa Drew-Branch guides students in exploring the evolution of Black comedy in America and its role in exposing societal injustices.

The Essential Conversations in Healthcare workshop is celebrating its sixth year helping health care providers prepare for end-of-life conversations.

Members of the department attended the national Physician Assistant Education Association conference held Oct. 8-10 in Washington, D.C.